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4. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the
fuel tank when the Keyless Push Button
Ignition is in the ON/RUN position.
 The fuel pump symbol points
to the side of the vehicle where
the fuel door is located.
Refer to “Refueling The Vehicle” in “Starting
And Operating” for further information.
5. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine
coolant temperature. Any reading within
the normal range indicates that the
engine cooling system is operating satis -
factorily.
The gauge pointer will likely indicate a
higher temperature when driving in hot
weather, up mountain grades, or when
towing a trailer. It should not be allowed
to exceed the upper limits of the normal
operating range.
NOTE:
The hard telltales will illuminate for a bulb check
when the ignition is first cycled.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous.
You or others could be badly burned by steam
or boiling coolant. You may want to call an
authorized dealer for service if your vehicle
overheats. If you decide to look under the
hood yourself, see “Servicing And
Maintenance.” Follow the warnings under the
Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system
could damage your vehicle. If the
temperature gauge reads “H,” pull over and
stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle with the air
conditioner turned off until the pointer drops
back into the normal range. If the pointer
remains on the “H,” turn the engine off
immediately and call an authorized dealer for
service.
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4. Fuel Gauge
The pointer shows the level of fuel in the
fuel tank when the Keyless Push Button
Ignition is in the ON/RUN position.
 The fuel pump symbol points
to the side of the vehicle where
the fuel door is located.
Refer to “Refueling The Vehicle” in “Starting
And Operating” for further information.
5. Temperature Gauge
The temperature gauge shows engine
coolant temperature. Any reading within
the normal range indicates that the
engine cooling system is operating satis -
factorily.
The gauge pointer will likely indicate a
higher temperature when driving in hot
weather, up mountain grades, or when
towing a trailer. It should not be allowed
to exceed the upper limits of the normal
operating range. NOTE:
The hard telltales will illuminate for a bulb check
when the ignition is first cycled.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
Your vehicle will be equipped with an
instrument cluster display, which offers useful
information to the driver. With the ignition in the
OFF mode, opening/closing of a door will
activate the display for viewing, and display the
total miles, or kilometers, in the odometer. Your
instrument cluster display is designed to display
important information about your vehicle’s
systems and features. Using a driver interactive
display located on the instrument panel, your
instrument cluster display can show you how
systems are working and give you warnings
when they are not. The steering wheel mounted
controls allow you to scroll through the main
menus and submenus. You can access the
specific information you want and make
selections and adjustments.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous.
You or others could be badly burned by steam
or boiling coolant. You may want to call an
authorized dealer for service if your vehicle
overheats. If you decide to look under the
hood yourself, see “Servicing And
Maintenance.” Follow the warnings under the
Cooling System Pressure Cap paragraph.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system
could damage your vehicle. If the
temperature gauge reads greater than 230°F
(110°C) pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle
the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off
until the pointer drops back into the normal
range. If the pointer remains above 230°F
(110°C), turn the engine off immediately and
call an authorized dealer for service.
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NOTE:
Holding the up or down or left or
right arrow button will continuously loop
through the currently selected menu or
options presented on the screen.
Upon returning to a main menu, the last
submenu screen viewed within that main
menu will be displayed.
OK Button:
For Digital Speedometer:
Pushing the OK button changes units (mph or
km/h).
For Screen Setup:
OK button allows user to enter menu and
submenus.
Within each submenu layer, the up and
down arrow buttons will allow the user to
select the item of interest.
Pushing the OK button makes the selection
and a confirmation screen will appear
(returning the user to the first page of the
submenu).
Pushing the left arrow button will exit each
submenu layer and return to the main menu.
ENGINE OIL LIFE RESET
Oil Change Required
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil
change indicator system. The “Oil Change
Required” message will display in the
instrument cluster display for five seconds after
a single chime has sounded, to indicate the next
scheduled oil change interval. The engine oil
change indicator system is duty cycle based,
which means the engine oil change interval may
fluctuate, dependent upon your personal
driving style.
Unless reset, this message will continue to
display each time you place the ignition in the
ON/RUN position. To turn off the message
temporarily, push and release the OK or arrow
buttons. To reset the oil change indicator
system (after performing the scheduled
maintenance), refer to the following procedure.
Vehicles Equipped With Keyless Enter-N-Go —
Ignition
Use the steering wheel instrument cluster
display controls for the following procedure(s):
1. Without pressing the brake pedal, push the
ENGINE START/STOP button and place the
ignition in the ON/RUN position (do not
start the engine).

2. Push and release the down arrow button
to scroll downward through the main menu
to “Vehicle Info.”
3. Push and release the right arrow button
to access the ”Oil Life” screen.
4. Push and hold the OK button to reset oil life.
If conditions are met, the gauge and
numeric display will update to show 100%.
If conditions are not met a pop-up message
of "To reset oil life engine must be off with
ignition in run” will be displayed (for five
seconds), and the user will remain at the Oil
Life screen.
5. Push and release the up or down
arrow button to exit the submenu screen.
NOTE:
If the indicator message illuminates when you
start the vehicle, the oil change indicator
system did not reset. If necessary, repeat this
procedure.
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STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat,
adjust the inside and outside mirrors, fasten
your seat belt, and if present, instruct all other
occupants to buckle their seat belts.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
The gear selector must be in the PARK position
before you can start the engine. Apply the
brakes before shifting into any driving gear.
NORMAL STARTING
To Turn On The Engine Using The ENGINE
START/STOP Button

1. The transmission must be in PARK.

2. Press and hold the brake pedal while pushing the ENGINE START/STOP button
once.
WARNING!
When exiting the vehicle, always make sure
the ignition is in OFF mode, remove the key
fob from the vehicle and lock the vehicle.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or
with access to an unlocked vehicle. Leaving
children in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child
or others could be seriously or fatally
injured. Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake, brake pedal or the
transmission gear selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the
vehicle (or in a location accessible to chil -
dren), and do not leave the ignition (of a
vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go)
in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
Do not leave children or animals inside
parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior
heat build-up may cause serious injury or
death.
WARNING! (Continued)CAUTION!
Shift into or out of PARK or REVERSE only
after the vehicle has come to a complete
stop.
Do not shift between PARK, REVERSE,
NEUTRAL, or DRIVE when the engine is
above idle speed.
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If the vehicle is not in PARK and the driver turns
off the engine, the vehicle may AutoPark.
AutoPark will engage when all of these
conditions are met:
Vehicle is equipped with an eight speed
transmission
Vehicle is not in PARK
Vehicle speed is 1.2 mph (1.9 km/h) or less
Ignition switched from RUN to ACC
NOTE:
For Keyless Enter-N-Go equipped vehicles, the
engine will turn off and the ignition switch will
change to ACC mode.
If the vehicle is not in PARK and the driver exits
the vehicle with the engine running, the vehicle
may AutoPark.
AutoPark will engage when all of these
conditions are met:
Vehicle is equipped with an eight speed
transmission
Vehicle is not in PARK
Vehicle speed is 1.2 mph (1.9 km/h) or less
Driver’s seat belt is unbuckled
Driver’s door is ajar
Brake pedal is not depressed
The message “ AutoPark Engaged Shift to P
then Shift to Gear ” will display in the instrument
cluster. NOTE:
In some cases the ParkSense graphic will be
displayed in the instrument cluster. In these
cases, the gear selector must be returned to “P”
to select desired gear.
If the driver shifts into PARK while moving, the
vehicle may AutoPark.
AutoPark will engage
ONLY when vehicle speed
is 1.2 mph (1.9 km/h) or less.
The message “ Vehicle Speed is Too High to
Shift to P ” will be displayed in the instrument
cluster if vehicle speed is above 1.2 mph
(1.9 km/h).
ALWAYS DO A VISUAL CHECK
that your vehicle
is in PARK by looking for the "P" in the
instrument cluster display and on the gear
selector. As an added precaution, always apply
the parking brake when exiting the vehicle.
WARNING!
Driver inattention could lead to failure to
place the vehicle in PARK. ALWAYS DO A
VISUAL CHECK that your vehicle is in PARK
by verifying that a solid (not blinking) “P” is
indicated in the instrument cluster display
and on the gear selector. If the "P" indicator
is blinking, your vehicle is not in PARK. As
an added precaution, always apply the
parking brake when exiting the vehicle.
AutoPark is a supplemental feature. It is not
designed to replace the need to shift your
vehicle into PARK. It is a backup system
and should not be relied upon as the
primary method by which the driver shifts
the vehicle into PARK.
WARNING!

If vehicle speed is above 1.2 mph (1.9 km/h), the transmission will default to NEUTRAL until the
vehicle speed drops below 1.2 mph (1.9 km/h). A
vehicle left in the NEUTRAL position can roll. As
an added precaution, always apply the parking
brake when exiting the vehicle.

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KEYLESS ENTER-N-GO — IGNITION
This feature allows the driver to operate the
ignition switch with the push of a button, as long
as the Remote Start/Keyless Enter-N-Go key
fob is in the passenger compartment.
COLD WEATHER OPERATION (BELOW
–22°F O
R −30°C)
To ensure reliable starting at these
temperatures, use of an externally powered
electric engine block heater (available from an
authorized dealer) is recommended.
IF ENGINE FAILS TO START
If the engine fails to start after you have
followed the "Normal Starting" or "Cold Weather
Operation" procedure it may be flooded. Push
the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor and
hold it there. Crank the engine for no more than
15 seconds. This should clear any excess fuel in
case the engine is flooded. Leave the ignition
key in the RUN position, release the accelerator
pedal and repeat the “Normal Starting”
procedure.
AFTER STARTING
The idle speed is controlled automatically, and
it will decrease as the engine warms up.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF EQUIPPED
The engine block heater warms the engine, and
permits quicker starts in cold weather. Connect
the cord to a standard 110-115 Volt AC
electrical outlet with a grounded, three-wire
extension cord.
The engine block heater must be plugged in at
least one hour to have an adequate warming
effect on the engine.
The engine block heater cord is routed under
the hood on the driver side of the vehicle. It has
a removable cap that is located near the air box.
WARNING!

Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid
into the throttle body air inlet opening in an
attempt to start the vehicle. This could result
in flash fire causing serious personal injury.

Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle
to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an
automatic transmission cannot be started
this way. Unburned fuel could enter the
catalytic converter and once the engine has
started, ignite and damage the converter
and vehicle.
If the vehicle has a discharged battery,
booster cables may be used to obtain a
start from a booster battery or the battery in
another vehicle. This type of start can be
dangerous if done improperly. Refer to
“Jump Starting Procedure” in “In Case Of
Emergency” for further information.
CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, do not
continuously crank the engine for more than
25 seconds at a time. Wait 60 seconds
before trying again.
WARNING!
Remember to disconnect the engine block
heater cord before driving. Damage to the
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARNING!
Never use the PARK position as a substi
-
tute for the parking brake. Always apply the
parking brake fully when parked to guard
against vehicle movement and possible
injury or damage.
When exiting the vehicle, always remove
the key fob from the ignition and lock your
vehicle.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or
with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat -
tended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seriously
or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the gear selector.
When exiting the vehicle, always make sure
the keyless ignition node is in the OFF
mode, remove the key fob from the vehicle
and lock the vehicle.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the
vehicle or in a location accessible to chil -
dren, and do not leave the ignition of a
vehicle equipped with Keyless Enter-N-Go
in the ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
Be sure the parking brake is fully disen -
gaged before driving; failure to do so can
lead to brake failure and a collision.
Always fully apply the parking brake when
leaving your vehicle, or it may roll and
cause damage or injury. Also be certain to
leave the transmission in PARK. Failure to
do so may allow the vehicle to roll and
cause damage or injury.
CAUTION!
If the Brake Warning Light remains on with
the parking brake released, a brake system
malfunction is indicated. Have the brake
system serviced by an authorized dealer
immediately.
WARNING! (Continued)
WARNING!
Never use the PARK position as a substi -
tute for the parking brake. Always apply the
parking brake fully when exiting the vehicle
to guard against vehicle movement and
possible injury or damage.
Your vehicle could move and injure you and
others if it is not in PARK. Check by trying to
move the transmission gear selector out of
PARK with the brake pedal released. Make
sure the transmission is in PARK before
exiting the vehicle.
The transmission may not engage PARK if
the vehicle is moving. Always bring the
vehicle to a complete stop before shifting to
PARK, and verify that the transmission gear
position indicator solidly indicates PARK (P)
without blinking. Ensure that the vehicle is
completely stopped, and the PARK position
is properly indicated, before exiting the
vehicle.
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.................................................. 172AUX Cord........................................................ 383Aux Mode....................................................... 365Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet).......... 78AWDTowing....................................................... 249Axle Fluid........................... 315, 317, 318, 320Axle Lubrication................. 315, 317, 318, 320
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Back-Up......................................................... 199Battery.................................................... 96, 271Charging System Light................................. 96Keyless Key Fob Replacement.................... 15Location.................................................... 271Belts, Seat..................................................... 156BluetoothConnect Or Disconnect Link Between the Uconnect Phone And Mobile Phone
...... 381Connecting To A Particular Mobile Phone Or Audio Device After Pairing................376Bluetooth Mode............................................. 366Body Mechanism Lubrication........................ 277B-Pillar Location............................................. 290Brake Assist System...................................... 107Brake Control System.................................... 107Brake Fluid...............284, 315, 317, 318, 320
Brake System...................................... 284, 308Fluid Check.......... 284, 315, 317, 318, 320Master Cylinder........................................ 284Parking..................................................... 164Warning Light.....................................95, 308Brake/Transmission Interlock...................... 167Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle.... 163Brightness, Interior Lights................................ 50Bulb Replacement........................................ 217Bulbs, Light.......................................... 157, 217
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Camera, Rear................................................ 199Capacities, Fluid.................................. 313, 314Caps, FillerOil (Engine)...................................... 266, 274Radiator (Coolant Pressure)..................... 282Car Washes................................................... 305Carbon Monoxide Warning................... 155, 312CargoVehicle Loading........................................ 202Cargo Area Cover............................................. 70Cargo Compartment........................................ 70Cellular Phone.............................................. 383Certification Label......................................... 202Chains, Tire.......................................... 301, 302Changing A Flat Tire...................................... 286Chart, Tire Sizing........................................... 287
Check Engine Light (Malfunction
Indicator Light).............................................. 105Checking Your Vehicle For Safety.................. 155Checks, Safety.............................................. 155Child Restraint.............................................. 143Child RestraintsBooster Seats........................................... 145Child Seat Installation............................... 152How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt..... 150Infant And Child Restraints....................... 144Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children.. 147Older Children And Child Restraints.......... 145Seating Positions...................................... 146Child Safety Locks............................................30Clean Air Gasoline......................................... 310CleaningWheels...................................................... 300Climate Control................................................52Automatic....................................................57Manual........................................................53Coin Holder......................................................76Cold Weather Operation................................ 162Compact Spare Tire...................................... 299ConsoleFloor............................................................76Contract, Service........................................... 392Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap)............ 282

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Ignition
............................................................ 18Switch......................................................... 18In Vehicle Help Vehicle User Guide...................................... 11Information Center, Vehicle............................. 86Inside Rearview Mirror..................... 41, 42, 212Instrument Cluster............................. 80, 82, 84Descriptions.............................................. 103Display................................................. 85, 88Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning.................... 306Interior Appearance Care............................... 306Interior Lights.................................................. 48Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers).................. 51Introduction....................................................... 8iPod/USB/MP3 Control................................. 364
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Jack Location................................................. 230Jack Operation............................................... 286Jump Starting...................................... 240, 241
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Key FobArm The System
.......................................... 24Panic Alarm................................................. 15Programming Additional Key Fobs....... 17, 23Unlatch The Trunk....................................... 14

Key Fob Battery Service (Remote
Keyless Entry).................................................... 15
Key Fob Programming (Remote
Keyless Entry).................................................. 17Key-In Reminder.............................................. 19Keyless Enter-N-Go.................................26, 162Enter The Trunk........................................... 14Passive Entry............................................... 26Passive Entry Programming......................... 26Keys................................................................. 12Replacement........................................ 17, 23
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Lane Change And Turn Signals........................ 48Lane Change Assist......................................... 48LaneSense.................................................... 196Lap/Shoulder Belts....................................... 127Latches......................................................... 158Hood............................................................ 68Lead Free Gasoline....................................... 309Leaks, Fluid.................................................. 158Life Of Tires................................................... 296Light Bulbs........................................... 157, 217Lights............................................................ 157Air Bag...................................... 95, 134, 156Automatic Headlights.................................. 47Brake Assist Warning............................... 111Brake Warning....................................95, 308Bulb Replacement.................................... 217
Cruise.............................................. 102, 103Daytime Running.........................................45Dimmer Switch, Headlight.................... 45, 46Exterior.............................................. 45, 157Fog...............................................................48Hazard Warning Flasher........................... 212Headlight Switch..........................................45Headlights............................................ 45, 47Headlights On With Wipers..........................47High Beam...................................................46High Beam/Low Beam Select......................46Instrument Cluster.......................................45Intensity Control..........................................50Interior.........................................................48License..................................................... 220Lights On Reminder.....................................47Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine)..........98Park................................................... 47, 102Passing........................................................46Reading.......................................................49Seat Belt Reminder.....................................97Security Alarm.............................................98Service...................................................... 217Traction Control........................................ 111Turn Signals....................... 45, 48, 103, 157Vanity Mirror................................................44Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions.................................. 97, 10311

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Power Brakes
....................................................... 308Deck Lid Release........................................ 68Distribution Center (Fuses)....................... 225Door Locks.................................................. 26Mirrors......................................................... 43Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)................ 78Seats........................................................... 34Steering..................................................... 174Sunroof....................................................... 66Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column............... 40Windows...................................................... 64Power SeatsForward....................................................... 34Lumbar........................................................ 35Rearward..................................................... 34Recline........................................................ 35Power Steering Fluid................... 315, 318, 320Pregnant Women And Seat Belts...................132Preparation For Jacking................................. 230PretensionersSeat Belts.................................................. 132Programmable Features................................ 322
R
Radial Ply Tires.............................................. 295Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap)............ 282RadioPresets...................................................... 357
Radio Operation................................... 356, 383Rain Sensitive Wiper System........................... 52Rear Axle (Differential).................................. 286Rear Camera................................................. 199Rear Cross Path............................................ 116Rear ParkSense System............................... 191Rear Seats, Folding.......................................... 33Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)Towing...................................................... 249Recreational Towing..................................... 210Reformulated Gasoline................................. 310Refrigerant.................................................... 275Release, Hood................................................. 68Reminder, Lights On........................................ 47Reminder, Seat Belt...................................... 126Remote Keyless EntryArm The Alarm............................................. 24Panic Alarm................................................. 15Programming Additional Key Fobs........ 17, 23Unlatch The Trunk....................................... 14Remote StartingExit Remote Start Mode.............................. 21Uconnect Customer Programmable Features.........................................21, 332Uconnect Settings..............................21, 332Remote Trunk Release.................................... 68Replacement Bulbs...................................... 217Replacement Keys.................................... 17, 23
Replacement Tires........................................ 297Reporting Safety Defects.............................. 393Restraints, Child............................................ 143Restraints, Head.......................................38, 39Rocking Vehicle When Stuck......................... 244Rotation, Tires...................................... 302, 303
S
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle........................ 156Safety Checks Outside Vehicle...................... 157Safety Defects, Reporting............................. 393Safety Information, Tire................................. 286Safety Tips.................................................... 155Safety, Exhaust Gas...................................... 155Schedule, Maintenance....................... 250, 254Seat Belt Reminder..........................................97Seat Belts............................................ 126, 156Adjustable Shoulder Belt.......................... 130Adjustable Upper Shoulder Anchorage..... 130
Adjustable Upper Shoulder Belt Anchorage.. 130
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)........... 132Child Restraints........................................ 143Energy Management Feature................... 132Extender................................................... 131Front Seat............................... 126, 127, 129Inspection................................................. 156Lap/Shoulder Belt Operation.................... 129Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting................... 130Lap/Shoulder Belts................................... 127
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